Micro YYC is an urban microgreen operation located in Calgary that has been providing fresh microgreens and shoots since 2015. Vanessa Hanel is the owner/operator of this micro business and it was her love of gardening and good food that lead her to start growing greens. Micro YYC has come a long way since its inception in Vanessa’s basement, and now operates out of a 1500 square foot warehouse with a team of 6 part-time staff and distributes microgreens to stores, restaurants and markets in Calgary and beyond.
Micro YYC’s microgreens are grown year-round, indoors, in soil, without the use of synthetic inputs. Seeds are certified organic whenever possible. All Micro YYC products come in compostable packaging that is made from plants.
Microgreens are packed full of nutrients, fibre and are good sources of plant-based protein. They are an excellent addition to salads, sandwiches, wraps, stir-fry’s, smoothies, and are an excellent nutrient, flavour and colour boost to any meal. You can order sunflower shoots, pea shoots, classic mix and spicy mix microgreens as well as wheatgrass (pet grass) from the Organic Box. The best part about microgreens is that they are always local and always in season!
Products
Micro YYC - Broccoli
Broccoli shoots are three- to four-day-old broccoli plants that look like alfalfa sprouts, but taste like radishes. </br></br>There has been vast research into the health benefits of sprouts, but especially broccoli shoots! They are known for their high concentrations of glucosinolates, which are precursors to sulphoranes... a potent anti-cancer phytochemical. <br><br>Freshness guarantee is 3 days from Best Before date however they should last long past that date
Micro YYC - Broccoli - Large
Broccoli shoots are three- to four-day-old broccoli plants that look like alfalfa sprouts, but taste like radishes. </br></br>There has been vast research into the health benefits of sprouts, but especially broccoli shoots! They are known for their high concentrations of glucosinolates, which are precursors to … a potent anti-cancer phytochemical. <br><br>Freshness guarantee is 3 days from Best Before date however they should last long past that date
Micro YYC - Classic Mix
A blend of broccoli, kale, kohlrabi, and cabbage microgreens </br></br>This classic mix a wonderful blend of fresh, young shoots from a variety of plant bases. Becoming more well known for their rich concentration of vitamins and nutrients, young harvested shoots are super high in vitamin K and other purifying nutrients that help cleanse our bodies and promote our health. <br><br>Freshness guarantee is 3 days from Best Before date however they should last long past that date
Micro YYC - Sunflower Shoots
Sunflower shoots are a fantastic raw, living food that has an amazing taste, and health benefits too! Try them on a sandwich or salad. </br></br>Sunflower greens are a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins A, B complex, D, and E. They also contain minerals including calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus and zinc. In addition to these vitamins and minerals, sunflower greens are a rich source of lecithin which helps break down fatty acids into an easily digestible water soluble form, and chlorophyll which benefits many functions within the body, including building blood supply, revitalizing tissue, calming inflammation, activating enzymes, and deodorizing the body. <br><br>Freshness guarantee is 3 days from Best Before date however they should last long past that date
Micro YYC - Pea Shoots
Pea Shoots from Micro YYC are an amazing addition to any meal... </br></br>Packed with vitamin A, C, and folic acid. Pea Shoots are a delicious snack, salad garnish, or stir-fry addition. Pea shoots are also very high in Vitamin K, which is important for blood clotting and other body processes.<br><br>Freshness guarantee is 3 days from Best Before date however they should last long past that date
Micro YYC - Wheatgrass/Petgrass
These 6x8 mini trays will give approx. 2 ounce of juice and are the perfect size to share with pets (cats especially)! </br></br> Wheatgrass is a favorite among juice lovers. Super high in vitamin E, A, and B... as well as riboflavin, and proteins (contains 12 amino acids). However, it's best known for its chlorophyll. Chlorophyll cleanses the liver, tissues and cells and purifies the blood.
